viral infection
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Diseases caused by viral infections include herpes, chicken pox, hepatitis, influenza, and the common cold.
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But the pandemic has left some evidence that viral infection may play a role in reawakening dormant cancer cells present in a patient’s body before infection.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 15, 2026
According to Public Health Wales, hepatitis A is a viral infection that affects the liver and is usually spread through contaminated food and drink.
From BBC ● May 6, 2026
Correction, April 22, 2026: This piece originally misstated that citrus canker is a viral infection.
From Slate ● Apr. 20, 2026
The government in January rolled out a 10-year drive to vaccinate nearly 20 million cattle against the highly contagious and sometimes deadly viral infection.
From Barron's ● Mar. 13, 2026
“It’s a viral infection commonly known as the ‘kissing disease,’” he added.
From "Breaking Through" by Francisco Jiménez
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